Mother, Son, Giraffe, Kilimanjaro Safaris, Animal Kingdom, Savannah
  • On Apr 7, 2011
    Tina from NJ Asked Note: This answer was provided prior to the change to planDisney and may still contain references to Disney Parks Moms Panel.

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    My 5 yr old is on the taller side but has been nervous about trying any of the thrill rides in the past. He finally worked up the nerve to go on the Goofy Rollercoaster and Test Track last year & LOVED them. What is the next step in thrill rides for

      I might suggest Big Thunder Mountain because he can watch much of the ride beforehand &  when riding it none of it is in the dark & there are no crazy loops, upside moves, or claustrophobic restraints.  Similarly, Splash Mountain is actually a calm ride until the big drop, which your son could watch beforehand. 
      Soarin' is a calm ride without restraints & speedy loops. You could also request that you sit in the lower portion of the ride so as to not go up so high on the first ride. 
       If those go well, your son may be up for the next step:  Space Mountain. More thrills and in the dark.  
       And if he decides he's ready for the big ones, perhaps your son might want to try the even bigger ones, but I'll caution you that these will be in the dark &  have some crazy moves and bigger restraints:  Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, Mission Space, Expedition Everest, and Rock 'n Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith.
       I included links to the rides, & many of them have videos your son can watch beforehand. 
     
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I am a retired teacher with a family of 3 adult sons who have grown up through Disney. I am known by friends as the Star Wars loving Disney Nerd who always wants to serve up tips and ideas of how to make visits to Walt Disney World special and magical.  Learn More About Kara

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